The tutor Rachel Allen, has been stringing beads for 17 years and is an expert with techniques used in this art form. On completion of this course students will be capable of designing and producing jewellery using the various techniques learned. Bead stringing requires a minimum amount of tools.

The morning will be spent covering a basic bead stringing exercise to produce a beautiful natural stone necklace from a choice of beads. The fastening used will be a calotte clasp. A lovely and vibrant bracelet will then be produced using a bead knotting technique and finished off with a lobster clasp.

After lunch, time will be spent designing and making a flapper-style necklace with beads and a tassel you have chosen from the selection provided. The course will end with full instruction on how to knot a fresh water pearl necklace, finishing with gimp ends and sterling silver fittings.

For £30.00 Rachel will provide all the necessary beads, thread and findings to complete the items detailed on this course (payable on the day to Rachel). Should you wish to provide some or all of your beads, clasps etc. then the materials charge will be adjusted as necessary.

This course will give you an insight into some of the various techniques required for beading from which there is unlimited scope to produce designs from your own imagination with the skills you have been taught.

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